ADAS Calibration Technician

Calibrates the cameras and sensors that power self-braking and lane-keeping features on modern cars.

A day in the life

After a windshield replacement, you set up targets in front of a car, align its camera to the millimeter, and test-drive to confirm lane assist works.

Pay over a career

Starting
$42k
Typical
$56k
High
$80k

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

Certificate, about 1 year after high school. Automotive training plus ADAS calibration certifications.

Ways in: Trade school, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.

Majors to look at: Automotive Technology.

Outlook

Growing much faster than average. No separate BLS projection for this specialty; rating is an estimate based on industry trends.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. ADAS work grows with new cars, but self-calibrating sensors and automated target rigs may reduce hands-on time.

Start now, in high school

Classes: Physics, Electronics CTE, Auto shop CTE.

Official data: O*NET occupation 49-3023.

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